Range Optimization Number (RON)

Measurement of efficiency of a trebuchet where closer to zero is better. Calculated by dividing the range ($R$) by the long arm length ($LA$) and then dividing the mass ratio ($MR$) by it.
$MR/(R/LA)=RON$

Source: Ripcords Trebuchet stuff

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